Blashill notches his first win with Chicago, a 3-1 decision over Utah, after a string of tight losses that tested his patience and the club’s new system. The win reinforces a detail-focused approach aimed at building a sustainable, season-long blueprint rather than a one-night fix. Burakovsky’s power-play strike and Mikheyev’s late empty-netter supplied the offense while Spencer Knight’s praise underscored a shared commitment to progress.

Guhle’s late Montreal marker hints at Chicago’s evolving youth, while Peterka’s earlier third-period tally for the Mammoth adds a quirky storyline to the night’s events. As the season unfolds, Blashill’s offense-driven, defense-first method is framed as the foundation for a longer rebuild and steady fantasy relevance from several Chicago players.